Project Endure Podcast

Joe Rinaldi
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The Project Endure Podcast is hosted by Joe Rinaldi, founder and CEO of Project Endure. This is a place where we talk about life, endurance, persistence, perspective and so much more. Our mission is to help you develop a positive perspective, build a resilient mindset and find strength in your struggle. Join us as we dive into incredible stories with amazing people.

  1. Prevail with Shannon Campbell

    Jun 11

    Prevail with Shannon Campbell

    On this episode of The Project Endure Podcast, Joe Rinaldi sits down with Shannon Campbell — gym owner, endurance athlete, and member of the Project Endure team — for a deeply honest conversation about transformation, sobriety, and learning how to prevail through life's hardest seasons. Shannon shares the story behind the name of her gym, "Prevail," inspired by a former coworker's battle with cancer and the belief that people are capable of overcoming opposing forces. She opens up about the difficult chapters of her life, including her parents' divorce, struggles with alcohol, unhealthy relationships, financial debt, and the years she spent blaming others before taking ownership of her choices and direction. Joe and Shannon explore the mindset shift from "having to" versus "getting to," discussing how choosing gratitude and perspective can completely reshape the way people approach adversity. The conversation also dives into Shannon's journey of quitting drinking, paying off debt, building confidence through fitness, and ultimately leaving the security of a full-time job to pursue her mission of helping others through her gym community. From marathon training and bodybuilding competitions to sobriety, consistency, and embracing hard things on purpose, this episode is a powerful reminder that endurance is built through small daily choices and the willingness to keep showing up for yourself. Give this episode a listen as we dive deep into Shannon's life and learn about what persistence, perspective, and endurance mean to her.   If you found value in this episode and would like to help us grow, please leave the podcast a review on your platform of choice and share it with a friend(s). We appreciate your support!   Follow Shannon (here)   Follow Project Endure (here) Project Endure Coaching (here) Join The Hard Things Club (here) Shop Project Endure (here)   Follow Joe (here) Read Joe's Blog (here)

    1h 1m
  2. Supported with Kat Campbell

    May 27

    Supported with Kat Campbell

    On this episode of The Project Endure Podcast, Joe Rinaldi sits down with Kat Campbell — physical therapist, run coach and Boston Marathon finisher — for an honest and reflective conversation about authenticity, resilience, and finding balance between performance and presence. Kat shares her journey from competing in pageantry to building a career in sports performance, emphasizing the power of being true to yourself even when it feels uncomfortable or risky. She opens up about one of the most challenging seasons of her life while training for the Boston Marathon, navigating injuries, family loss, financial stress, and overwhelming responsibilities, and how leaning on her support system helped her keep moving forward. Joe and Kat explore the realities of race day, including her experience battling cramps and fatigue during the Boston Marathon, and the internal tension between pushing through discomfort and appreciating the moment. The conversation also dives into the importance of consistency, honest communication with coaches, and removing emotion from training when necessary, while still leaving room for joy and connection in the process. From building meaningful relationships to redefining success and embracing every part of the journey, this episode is a powerful reminder that endurance is about learning through every experience, both good and bad. Give this episode a listen as we dive deep into Kat's life and learn about what persistence, perspective, and endurance mean to her.   If you found value in this episode and would like to help us grow, please leave the podcast a review on your platform of choice and share it with a friend(s). We appreciate your support!   Follow Kat (here)   Follow Project Endure (here) Project Endure Coaching (here) Join The Hard Things Club (here) Shop Project Endure (here)   Follow Joe (here) Read Joe's Blog (here)

    58 min
  3. On The Calendar with Jayden Lee

    May 14

    On The Calendar with Jayden Lee

    *]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-696a54a1-60dc-8325-b9eb-e5b890141522-2" data-testid= "conversation-turn-28" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> On this episode of The Project Endure Podcast, Joe Rinaldi sits down with Jayden Lee — cancer survivor, ultra runner, and philanthropist — for a deeply moving conversation about loss, resilience, and turning pain into purpose. Jayden shares his journey of being diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia at just 16 years old, enduring three and a half years of chemotherapy, and how that experience began to reshape his perspective on life. He opens up about the profound losses that followed years later, including the death of his mother and a close friend, and how those moments ultimately led him to running as a way to process grief and find meaning. Joe and Jayden explore the role of mindset in navigating life's highs and lows, including the philosophy of staying humble in success and hopeful in hardship, and how vulnerability can create powerful connections with others. The conversation also dives into Jayden's endurance pursuits, from running 100 kilometers to raise over $125,000 for a children's hospital to completing a 100-mile run tied to his final cancer checkup, pushing through physical pain and emotional weight along the way. From accountability and goal setting to community, healing, and sharing your story, this episode is a powerful reminder that endurance is about using your experiences to create impact beyond yourself. Give this episode a listen as we dive deep into Jayden's life and learn about what persistence, perspective, and endurance mean to him.   Give this episode a listen as we dive deep into Jayden's life and learn about what persistence, perspective, and endurance mean to him.   If you found value in this episode and would like to help us grow, please leave the podcast a review on your platform of choice and share it with a friend(s). We appreciate your support!   Follow Jayden (here)   Follow Project Endure (here) Project Endure Coaching (here) Join The Hard Things Club (here) Shop Project Endure (here)   Follow Joe (here) Read Joe's Blog (here)

    48 min
  4. 2026 Event (LIVE POD) with Joe Rinaldi and Sam Tooley

    May 7

    2026 Event (LIVE POD) with Joe Rinaldi and Sam Tooley

    On this SPECIAL episode of The Project Endure Podcast, Joe Rinaldi sits down with Sam Tooley DURING the 2026 Project Endure Event to answer questions from YOU about doing hard things, finding strength in struggle and pursuing the our full potential. THIS WAS A LIVE RECORDING WITHOUT EDITS. Give this episode a listen as we dive into Joe and Sam's minds and learn about what persistence, perspective and endurance mean to them.    Follow Joe (here) Follow Sam (here)   Follow Project Endure (here) Project Endure Coaching (here) Join The Hard Things Club (here) Shop Project Endure (here)   Follow Joe (here) Read Joe's Blog (here)

    38 min
  5. Obedience with Ed Martin

    May 3

    Obedience with Ed Martin

    *]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-696a54a1-60dc-8325-b9eb-e5b890141522-2" data-testid= "conversation-turn-28" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> On this episode of The Project Endure Podcast, Joe Rinaldi sits down with Ed Martin — endurance athlete, man of faith, and mental health advocate — for a powerful and vulnerable conversation about purpose, discipline, and using pain as a platform to serve others. Ed shares his journey from struggling with addiction and suicidal thoughts to finding faith, community, and a renewed sense of meaning, opening up about the moment he cried out to God and experienced a life-changing shift in perspective. He reflects on how running became an outlet for growth and impact, while emphasizing that his identity is rooted not in performance, but in his relationship with God and the people around him. Joe and Ed explore the role of daily discipline and obedience, discussing the challenge of doing the right things consistently without recognition, and how giving yourself grace while staying committed to growth is essential. The conversation also dives into Ed's 24-hour treadmill run, where he covered 133 miles to raise money for mental health awareness, pushing through extreme physical and emotional challenges—including moments of real danger—to complete something far bigger than himself. From faith and resilience to community, vulnerability, and living with intention, this episode is a powerful reminder that endurance is about aligning your life with a purpose that extends beyond you. Give this episode a listen as we dive deep into Ed's life and learn about what persistence, perspective, and endurance mean to him.   Give this episode a listen as we dive deep into Ed's life and learn about what persistence, perspective, and endurance mean to him.     If you found value in this episode and would like to help us grow, please leave the podcast a review on your platform of choice and share it with a friend(s). We appreciate your support!   Follow Ed (here)   Follow Project Endure (here) Project Endure Coaching (here) Join The Hard Things Club (here) Shop Project Endure (here)   Follow Joe (here) Read Joe's Blog (here)

    57 min
  6. Buy The Dip with Zach Hawkins

    Apr 18

    Buy The Dip with Zach Hawkins

    On this episode of The Project Endure Podcast, Joe Rinaldi sits down with Zach Hawkins — finance professional, endurance athlete, and advocate for mental health — for a thoughtful and impactful conversation about consistency, community, and showing up when life feels heavy. Zach shares his journey through the world of finance, including private equity and wealth management, and the lessons he's learned about patience, discipline, and enduring difficult seasons, drawing parallels between long-term investing and personal growth. He opens up about the loss of three close friends to suicide, how those experiences shaped his perspective on mental health, and why running and triathlon became essential outlets for processing pain and supporting others. Joe and Zach explore the importance of taking consistent action during challenging times, even when motivation is low, and how reaching out for support can shift the trajectory of difficult moments. The conversation also dives into personal endurance experiences, including Zach's first marathon and the mental battle that came with it, as well as the role of community in making hard things feel possible. From entrepreneurship and sacrifice to connection, resilience, and finding strength through others, this episode is a powerful reminder that endurance is not meant to be done alone. Give this episode a listen as we dive deep into Zach's life and learn about what persistence, perspective, and endurance mean to him.   If you found value in this episode and would like to help us grow, please leave the podcast a review on your platform of choice and share it with a friend(s). We appreciate your support!   Follow Zach (here)   Follow Project Endure (here) Project Endure Coaching (here) Join The Hard Things Club (here) Shop Project Endure (here)   Follow Joe (here) Read Joe's Blog (here)

    59 min
  7. BONUS: 2026 Event with Joe Rinaldi

    Apr 12

    BONUS: 2026 Event with Joe Rinaldi

    On this episode of The Project Endure Podcast, Joe Rinaldi breaks down the 2026 Project Endure Event as he processes the whole thing in real time. This episode covers the event recap, resistance that come with building things that we care about, back stage adjustments that you might not have noticed, the event theme: what we want is on the other side of hard, the magic of bringing great humans together in the same space, personal growth being an active practice, letting gratitude for people who support us drown out other disappointments, finding time to slow down and feel proud, what's next for the brand, how to get involved and so much more. Give this episode a listen as we dive into Joe's mind and learn about what persistence, perspective and endurance mean to him.    Follow Joe (here)   Follow Project Endure (here) Project Endure Coaching (here) Join The Hard Things Club (here) Shop Project Endure (here)   Follow Joe (here) Read Joe's Blog (here)

    52 min
  8. Freight Train with Steve Blake

    Mar 29

    Freight Train with Steve Blake

    *]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-696a54a1-60dc-8325-b9eb-e5b890141522-2" data-testid= "conversation-turn-28" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> On this episode of The Project Endure Podcast, Joe Rinaldi sits down with Steve Blake — real estate broker, business owner, father, and endurance athlete — for a deeply personal and grounded conversation about responsibility, perspective, and showing up when life demands more of you than you feel ready for. Steve shares his journey of stepping into leadership of his family's real estate business after the loss of his father to pancreatic cancer, describing the experience as a true "trial by fire" that tested his resilience and character. He opens up about raising two children with special needs, including his son Freddie, who has a rare genetic condition, and his daughter Amelia, who was born profoundly deaf, and how those experiences reshaped his priorities, patience, and outlook on life. Joe and Steve explore the concept of control, discussing how fatherhood helped Steve focus on his attitude and effort rather than outcomes, and why consistency matters more than perfection in both fitness and life. The conversation also dives into endurance through sport, including Steve's journey to completing a sub-5-hour 70.3 triathlon and his pursuit of a full Ironman, as well as the parallels between training, business, and long-term growth. From grief and growth to discipline, perspective, and embracing life's unexpected path, this episode is a powerful reminder that endurance is built by continuing to move forward, even when the weight feels heavy. Give this episode a listen as we dive deep into Steve's life and learn about what persistence, perspective, and endurance mean to him.     If you found value in this episode and would like to help us grow, please leave the podcast a review on your platform of choice and share it with a friend(s). We appreciate your support!   Follow Steve (here)   Follow Project Endure (here) Project Endure Coaching (here) Join The Hard Things Club (here) Shop Project Endure (here)   Follow Joe (here) Read Joe's Blog (here)

    56 min
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The Project Endure Podcast is hosted by Joe Rinaldi, founder and CEO of Project Endure. This is a place where we talk about life, endurance, persistence, perspective and so much more. Our mission is to help you develop a positive perspective, build a resilient mindset and find strength in your struggle. Join us as we dive into incredible stories with amazing people.

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